Early Childhood Teacher

International Schools Partnership Limited; Covington (LA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Retirement contributions

Paid time off

Job summary

Kehoe-France Northshore is seeking a dedicated preschool staff member to maintain a safe and engaging learning environment. You will support curriculum aligned with Reggio Emilia inspired teaching, document student progress, and collaborate with teachers and leadership to ensure developmental goals are met.

Required are a High School Diploma and safeguarding compliance; familiarity with Seesaw and iSams tools is valued.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma is required.
• Federal criminal background check covering the last 10 years of employment.
• Knowledge of Type II state regulations and safeguarding guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a safe and secure learning environment at all times.
• Supervise children in classroom, playground, field trips, and transitions.
• Report observations and incidents to appropriate staff promptly.
• Foster nurturing, respectful relationships and emotional well‑being.
• Plan and deliver engaging lessons aligned with Reggio Emilia inspired practices.
• Adapt activities to meet diverse learning needs and developmental levels.
• Document student progress using observations and samples to reflect development.

Skills

Classroom management

Communication

Safeguarding

Safety awareness

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Seesaw

iSams

Email

Job description

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Maintain a safe and secure learning environment at all times, both indoors and outdoors.
• Be familiar with and adhere to Type II state regulations, school policies, emergency procedures, and safeguarding guidelines.
• Report all observations and incidents (e.g., accidents, behavioral concerns, safety issues) to appropriate staff promptly.
• Supervise children closely in all settings including the classroom, playground, field trips, and transitions.
• Maintain classroom equipment, materials, and records (e.g., sanitizing tables, managing sign‑in/out logs) to meet health and safety standards.
• Assist with diaper changing, bottle feeding, snacks and meals, and other caregiving routines with hygiene and safety protocols in mind.
• Foster a nurturing and respectful environment that promotes positive relationships and emotional well‑being.
• Manage individual and group behaviors in a calm and supportive manner to build self‑regulation and interpersonal skills.
• Support the development of appropriate social behaviors through modeling, redirection, and intentional teaching moments.
• Plan, prepare, and deliver engaging lesson plans aligned with Reggio Emilia inspired teaching and learning, as well as Teaching Strategies Gold objectives.
• Adapt activities and materials to meet diverse learning needs and developmental levels.
• Engage students individually and in small groups to support language, literacy, numeracy, and other foundational skills.
• Collaborate with assistant teachers and colleagues to implement curriculum and reinforce learning goals.
• Document student learning using Reggio Emilia‑inspired practices, such as capturing observations through photos, anecdotal notes, and student work samples to make learning visible and reflect each child’s developmental journey.
• Administer formative and summative assessments to monitor developmental progress.
• Use digital platforms (e.g., Seesaw, iSams, email) effectively for instruction, communication, and documentation.
• Communicate daily tasks and classroom goals to assistant teachers to ensure consistent and effective implementation.
• Attend staff meetings, in‑service trainings, and required professional development to remain compliant with state guidelines and stay current on best practices.
• Support the school’s mission, vision, and community values as an active advocate of Kehoe‑France Northshore.
• Perform tasks as directed by the Principal and/or Preschool Director to support the overall success of the program.
• Participate in school‑wide events, team collaborations, and continuous improvement initiatives.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

The job requires lifting (up to 50 pounds), carrying, squatting, pushing, and/or pulling. Generally the job requires sitting, walking, and standing.

QUALIFICATIONS

• High School Diploma.
• Federal criminal background check covering the last 10 years of employment.
• Knowledge of and adherence to Type II state regulations and safeguarding guidelines.

BENEFITS

We offer a benefits package for eligible employees that can include health benefits, retirement contributions, and paid time off.